Houston's Daniel Smith, second from left, hugs teammate Jared Robinson as Frankie Ratcliff, right, collects his thoughts after the Cougars' 4-0 defeat to the Texas Longhorns in an NCAA baseball super regional game, Saturday, June 7, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin. less

Houston's Daniel Smith, second from left, hugs teammate Jared Robinson as Frankie Ratcliff, right, collects his thoughts after the Cougars' 4-0 defeat to the Texas Longhorns in an NCAA baseball super regional ... more

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A fan of the Texas Longhorns hold a banner signifying the Longhorns' six national championships during the ninth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Houston, Saturday, June 7, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin. less

A fan of the Texas Longhorns hold a banner signifying the Longhorns' six national championships during the ninth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Houston, Saturday, June 7, 2014, at UFCU ... more

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Texas' Kacy Clemens (42) celebrates the Longhorns' 4-0 victory over the Houston Cougars in an NCAA baseball super regional game, Saturday, June 7, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin. The Longhorns swept the Cougars, 2-0, and advanced to their 35th World Series in Omaha, NE. next week. less

Texas' Kacy Clemens (42) celebrates the Longhorns' 4-0 victory over the Houston Cougars in an NCAA baseball super regional game, Saturday, June 7, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin. The Longhorns swept ... more

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Texas' Tres Barrera (1) celebrates scoring a run during the fourth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Houston, Saturday, June 7, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

Texas' Tres Barrera (1) celebrates scoring a run during the fourth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Houston, Saturday, June 7, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

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Texas' Tres Barrera celebrates scoring a run during the fourth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Houston, Saturday, June 7, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

Texas' Tres Barrera celebrates scoring a run during the fourth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Houston, Saturday, June 7, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

Houston pitcher Aaron Garza, letf, looks back at Texas' Mark Payton after Garza walked Payton to put two runners on with no outs during the fourth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game, Saturday, June 7, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin. less

Houston pitcher Aaron Garza, letf, looks back at Texas' Mark Payton after Garza walked Payton to put two runners on with no outs during the fourth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game, Saturday, June ... more

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Texas' Parker French delivers a pitch during the second inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Houston, Saturday, June 7, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

Texas' Parker French delivers a pitch during the second inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Houston, Saturday, June 7, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

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Houston's Daniel Smith, second from left, hugs teammate Jared Robinson as Frankie Ratcliff, right, collects his thoughts after the Cougars' 4-0 defeat to the Texas Longhorns in an NCAA baseball super regional game, Saturday, June 7, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin. less

Houston's Daniel Smith, second from left, hugs teammate Jared Robinson as Frankie Ratcliff, right, collects his thoughts after the Cougars' 4-0 defeat to the Texas Longhorns in an NCAA baseball super regional ... more

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Texas' Ben Johnson (14) and Brooks Marlow celebrate the Longhorns' four-run inning during the fourth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Houston, Saturday, June 7, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin. less

Texas' Ben Johnson (14) and Brooks Marlow celebrate the Longhorns' four-run inning during the fourth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Houston, Saturday, June 7, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk ... more

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Houston pitcher Aaron Garza reacts after the Longhorns' third run during the fourth nning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Texas, Saturday, June 7, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

Houston pitcher Aaron Garza reacts after the Longhorns' third run during the fourth nning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Texas, Saturday, June 7, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

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Houston pitcher Aaron Garza, right, looks over at Texas' Kacy Clemens (42) after Clemens' RBI single put the Longhorns up 4-0 during the fourth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game, Saturday, June 7, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin. less

Houston pitcher Aaron Garza, right, looks over at Texas' Kacy Clemens (42) after Clemens' RBI single put the Longhorns up 4-0 during the fourth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game, Saturday, June 7, ... more

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Texas' Ben Johnson, from left, Mark Payton and Collin Shaw celebrate the Longhorns' 4-2 victory over the Houston Cougars in an NCAA baseball super regional game, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin. less

Texas' Ben Johnson, from left, Mark Payton and Collin Shaw celebrate the Longhorns' 4-2 victory over the Houston Cougars in an NCAA baseball super regional game, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field ... more

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Texas' Ben Johnson, left, and Mark Payton celebrate the Longhorns' 4-2 victory over the Houston Cougars in an NCAA baseball super regional game, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

Texas' Ben Johnson, left, and Mark Payton celebrate the Longhorns' 4-2 victory over the Houston Cougars in an NCAA baseball super regional game, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

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Houston third baseman Connor Hollis watches the Longhorns' bating practice before an NCAA baseball super regional game against Texas, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

Houston third baseman Connor Hollis watches the Longhorns' bating practice before an NCAA baseball super regional game against Texas, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

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Houston shortstop Frankie Ratcliff celebrates a double play during the eighth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Texas, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

Houston shortstop Frankie Ratcliff celebrates a double play during the eighth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Texas, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

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Houston shortstop Frankie Ratcliff, left, plays a ground ball for a double play during the eighth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Texas, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin. less

Houston shortstop Frankie Ratcliff, left, plays a ground ball for a double play during the eighth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Texas, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in ... more

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Texas' Brooks Marlow, right, turns a double play past Houston's Michael Pyeatt during the sixth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

Texas' Brooks Marlow, right, turns a double play past Houston's Michael Pyeatt during the sixth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

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Houston's David Longville eats a snack before an NCAA baseball super regional game against Texas, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

Houston's David Longville eats a snack before an NCAA baseball super regional game against Texas, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

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Houston's Justin Montemayor, right, celebrates scoring the Cougars' first run of the game with Caleb Barker during the fifth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Texas, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin. less

Houston's Justin Montemayor, right, celebrates scoring the Cougars' first run of the game with Caleb Barker during the fifth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Texas, Friday, June 6, 2014, ... more

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Houston starting pitcher Jake Lemoine, left, runs off the mound after being pulled from the game by coach Todd Whitting during the fifth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Texas, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin. less

Houston starting pitcher Jake Lemoine, left, runs off the mound after being pulled from the game by coach Todd Whitting during the fifth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Texas, Friday, ... more

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After the Texas' Ben Johnson scored the fourth run of the game for the Longhorns, Houston's Jake Lemoine, right, rubs the ball during the fifth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin. less

After the Texas' Ben Johnson scored the fourth run of the game for the Longhorns, Houston's Jake Lemoine, right, rubs the ball during the fifth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game, Friday, June 6, ... more

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Texas' Ben Johnson (14) celebrates his run scored with Madison Carter (35) as Houston catcher Caleb Barker walks back to the plate during the fifth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Houston, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin. less

Texas' Ben Johnson (14) celebrates his run scored with Madison Carter (35) as Houston catcher Caleb Barker walks back to the plate during the fifth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against ... more

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Texas' Ben Johnson (14) steals second base as Houston's Josh Vidales defends during the fifth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

Texas' Ben Johnson (14) steals second base as Houston's Josh Vidales defends during the fifth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

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Houston's Casey Grayson runs back to the dugout after grounding out during the fourth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Texas, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

Houston's Casey Grayson runs back to the dugout after grounding out during the fourth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Texas, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

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Texas' Nathan Thornhill delivers a pitch during the fourth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Houston, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

Texas' Nathan Thornhill delivers a pitch during the fourth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Houston, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

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Texas' Dillon Peters, from left, Lukas Schiralsi and Blake Goins cheer from the Longhorns' dugout during the fourth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Houston, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin. less

Texas' Dillon Peters, from left, Lukas Schiralsi and Blake Goins cheer from the Longhorns' dugout during the fourth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Houston, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU ... more

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Houston's Frankie Ratcliff throws his helmet after getting caught in a double play to end the second inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Texas, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin. less

Houston's Frankie Ratcliff throws his helmet after getting caught in a double play to end the second inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Texas, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field ... more

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Houston Cougar fan Kim Flaherty watches during the first inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Texas, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

Houston Cougar fan Kim Flaherty watches during the first inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Texas, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

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A fan of the Houston Cougars cheers during the ninth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Texas, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

A fan of the Houston Cougars cheers during the ninth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Texas, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

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A fan of the Houston Cougars cheers during the ninth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Texas, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

A fan of the Houston Cougars cheers during the ninth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Texas, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

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Houston pitcher Tyler Ford reacts after giving up a bunt single by Texas' Mark Payton during the ninth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

Houston pitcher Tyler Ford reacts after giving up a bunt single by Texas' Mark Payton during the ninth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

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Houston shortstop Frankie Ratcliff plays a ground ball for a double play during the eighth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Texas, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

Houston shortstop Frankie Ratcliff plays a ground ball for a double play during the eighth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Texas, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

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Houston starting pitcher Jake Lemoine watches from the dugout after being pulled from the game during the fifth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Texas, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin. less

Houston starting pitcher Jake Lemoine watches from the dugout after being pulled from the game during the fifth inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Texas, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU ... more

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Houston left fielder Michael Pyeatt stretches before an NCAA baseball super regional game against Texas, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

Houston left fielder Michael Pyeatt stretches before an NCAA baseball super regional game against Texas, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

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Houston's Josh Vidales, top, turns a double play attempt as Texas' Brooks Marlow slides into second base during the first inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin. less

Houston's Josh Vidales, top, turns a double play attempt as Texas' Brooks Marlow slides into second base during the first inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk ... more

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Texas' Mark Payton, left, is greeted by teammates after hitting a two-run home run during the first inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Houston, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin. less

Texas' Mark Payton, left, is greeted by teammates after hitting a two-run home run during the first inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Houston, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field ... more

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Texas' Mark Payton, left, rounds the bases after hitting a home run off of Houston's Jake Lemoine, right during the first inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin. less

Texas' Mark Payton, left, rounds the bases after hitting a home run off of Houston's Jake Lemoine, right during the first inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk ... more

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Houston's Jake Lemoine delivers a pitch during the first inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Texas, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

Houston's Jake Lemoine delivers a pitch during the first inning of an NCAA baseball super regional game against Texas, Friday, June 6, 2014, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

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Early lead helps Texas eliminate Houston

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AUSTIN – There was no late magic in a hostile environment this time for Houston.

After rallying for three wins in two days at the Baton Rouge Regional - including a pair over host LSU - the Cougars fell behind early and wasted several scoring chances Saturday in a 4-0 loss to Texas in Game 2 of the best-of-three Austin Super Regional at UFCU Disch-Falk Field.

UH ends its season with a program record-tying 48 wins.

After missing the NCAA tournament two straight seasons, the Longhorns will make their 35th trip to the College World Series in Omaha, Neb.

UH left 14 runners on base in Game 2, including the bases loaded in the fifth and eighth innings.

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In the two-game super regional, the Cougars went 2 for 16 with runners in scoring position and left 18 runners on base. They hit into five double plays.

Texas sent nine batters to the plate during a four-run fourth inning that began with left fielder Michael Pyeatt misplaying a ball to the warning track on a double by Ben Johnson.

Mark Payton followed with a walk and Tres Barrera beat out a bunt down the third-base line to load the bases off UH starter Aaron Garza.

With one out, C.J. Hinojosa delivered a two-run single, Collin Shaw followed with a sacrifice fly and Kacy Clemens delivered a RBI single to center field.

The Cougars' best chance to break through against UT starter Parker French came in the fifth, when they loaded the bases on a single, error and hit by pitch. French, who threw six shutout innings, escaped the jam when Caleb Barker was thrown out at home on a force out and Pyeatt grounded out to second.

French got out of a first-and-second, one out situation in the sixth by inducing a pair of fly balls to center field by Barker and Ashford Fulmer.

In the eighth, UH put together three consecutive two-out singles. UT reliever Morgan Cooper came in relief and got Fulmer to ground out to third base to end the threat.